What is Humanistic Buddhism?
Traditionally, Buddhism has been regarded as pacifist. The stereotype is that Buddhist monks and practitioners have a pessimistic view of the society and the world, and sought enlightenment and personal salvation by escaping the daily rigor of life. In reality, Buddha taught his followers to focus on the daily life and bring positive changes to the society.
Humanistic Buddhism encourages us to integrate Buddha’s teachings into our daily lives, for the benefits of all sentient beings, through kindness, compassion, joyfulness and equanimity. We need to take an active role and join others in the improvement of our present world via education, participation in charitable events and though cultivating (Buddhist practices in our daily lives) ourselves. Humanistic Buddhism has six fundamental characteristics.
